James Franklin Linton1

#3827, (1872 - 1924)
FatherRobert Linton1 (1836 - 1923)
MotherMary Oliver1 (1848 - 1928)
Relationship2nd great-grandson of William Oliver
ChartsWilliam Oliver (born ~1730) & Ann Wilson - collapsible 6 generation descendant chart

Life Events

BirthJames Franklin Linton was born on 24 Dec 1872 in Campbellford, Northumberland County, Ontario.2,3
 
Nickname James Franklin Linton went by the name of Frank.4 
(with Parents) 1881 CensusJames appeared on the 1881 Census of Campbellford, Northumberland County, Ontario with his parents. He was 6, of Scottish origin, Church of England and born in Ontario.5 
(with Parents) 1891 CensusJames F appeared on the 1891 Census of Campbellford, Northumberland County, Ontario with his parents. He was 18, born in Ontario, father born in Scotland, mother England, religion Church of England, and no occupation noted.6 
Photograph7
Undated photo of the Robert & Mary Linton family
(Witness) Marriage James Franklin Linton witnessed the marriage of his brother Adam Thomas Linton and Madeline Baker on 7 Sep 1899 in Belleville, Hastings County, Ontario.8 
(with Parents) 1901 CensusFrank appeared on the 1901 Census of Campbellford, Northumberland County, Ontario with his parents. He was 26, single, born 24 Dec 1875 in urban Ontario, of Scotch origin, Church of England, and was employed as a Bookkeeper for 12 months, earning $600.9 
(Witness) Marriage James Franklin Linton witnessed the marriage of William Henry Noell Gill to his sister Blanche Sarah Linton on 10 Sep 1902 in Campbellford.10 
(Subject) Photograph Frank was in a large Linton family group photo.11
(Witness) Marriage James Franklin Linton witnessed the marriage of Stanley Hubert Neale to his sister Effie Elizabeth Linton on 25 Jan 1915 in Campbellford.12 
1921 CensusFrank appeared on the 1921 Census of Peterborough, Ontario, at London Street. He was a boarder, age 47, single, born in Ontario, father born in Scotland, mother in England, religion Church of England. Frank worked as a lumber manufacturer for the Peterboro Lumber Company, earning $3000 [this was high].13 
(Informant) DeathJames Franklin Linton registered the 1923 death of Robert Linton. He was recorded as son J.F. Linton of Peterborough.14 
DeathFrank died on 16 Oct 1924 in Campbellford.
Information from register: James Franklin Linton, single, age 51 yrs 9 mos 22 days, born Campbellford 24 Dec 1872, Accountant in Lumbering industry, lived at Campbellford whole life, father Robert Linton born Scotland, mother Mary Oliver born Devonshire England, informant brother in law Stanley Neal of Campbellford, buried 21 Oct at Campbellford, cause of death Accidentally shot, registered 18 Oct 1924.1 
Obituary

THE LATE FRANK LINTON

The communities of Campbellford and Peterboro' learned with sincere and deep regret of the sudden and unexpected demise of Mr Frank Linton, which occurred on Thursday afternoon. Mr Linton had not been in good health for the past few months, and, on the advice of physicians, was taking a rest at his home here. On Thursday afternoon he went out partridge hunting, and as he did not return at the usual hour, the family became alarmed, and neighbours and friends turned out to search for him. About 11 o'clock at night they found the body lying in Mr G W Hendy's woods, north of the Agricultural grounds, about 300 yards from the road leading to Crow Bay.
The late Frank Linton was the third son of the late Robert and Mrs Linton and was born in Campbellford about 50 years ago. As a young man, after receiving his education in the public and high schools, he entered the employ of the Rathbun lumber company and continued in this position until the business was closed. About 18 years ago he accepted a position in Peterboro' with the Peterboro' Lumber Company. His accurate knowledge of the lumber industry in its minutest details, together with his close attention to duty brought rapid promotion. He soon became secretary-treasurer of the company, a position which he held until a few months ago when he was given leave of absence, owing to ill health.
Sociable and affable in his nature, kind and considerate of others, a man of sterling character and of the utmost integrity, Frank made friends everywhere. He was a lifelong member of the Anglican Church, and was unmarried. he was a member of the Peterborough Rotary Club and of the Masonic Order.
Deceased is survived by his aged mother, three brothers, Adam, of Calgary, Fred and John, of town, and two sisters, Mrs Noel Gill, of Port Hope, and Mrs Stanley Neale, of town.
The funeral, which was largely attended, was held on Tuesday morning, service being held in Christ Church by Rev G C Clarke, assisted by Dr Blagrave, of St John's Church, Peterboro', the remains being interred in Christ Church cemetery. The pall bearers were Messrs Ross Dobbin, D Davidson, Mr Howson, of Peterboro', and Dr H O Richardson, A J Jenkins and G A Kingston, of town. A large number of friends from Peterboro' attended the funeral. There were many floral tributes to the memory of the deceased including:--
Peterboro' Lumber Co., Peterboro' Masonic Lodge, Peterboro' Rotary Club, Peterboro' Lock Co., Peterboro' Lawn Bowling Club, Messrs Howson & Dawson, mr and Mrs Fred Overend, Campbellford Masonic Lodge, Christ Church Woman's Auxiliary, Mr and Mrs Geo Kingston, Mr and Mrs A H McKoel, Capt and Mrs hyland, Christ Church Willing Workers, Mr and Miss Cock, Mrs Boart and Mr and Mrs Jenkins, Mr and Mrs Jim Archer, Mrs Wm Smith, Misses Thompson, Belleville, Mr and Mrs W L Doyle, Belleville, Mr and Mrs Tom Thompson, Belleville, Mr and Miss Davidson, Mrs Dickson Davidson, Miss Helen Munro, Peterboro'; St John's Chapter, The Brotherhood of St Andrew, Peterboro', Belmont Club, Peterboro', Mr and Mrs Geo Benor, Mrs Hazlett, Mrs Walsh, the Miss Dickson, Peterboro'; Mr and Mrs T S Tait, Mr and Mrs E Birks, Mr and Mrs W L Doyle, also flowers from the family.
Among those who attended the funeral of the late Frank Linton from Peterboro' were: R Dobbin, City Engineer, D Davidson, manager of the Peterboro' Lumber Co, Fred Overand, of the Peterboro' Lumber Co., R G Kingan, manager Kingan hardware Co., John Craine, manager Dominion Bank, Douglas Carlisle, of the De Laval Co., E Howson, manager Peterboro' Lock Co., G H Howson, G A Benor and Harry Rush, Confederation Life, Alderman Stocker, Rev Dr Blagrave, J M McHardy, manager Bell Telephone Co., Manson Comstrock, of the Comstock Furniture Co., W Buller, Peterboro' Customs Officer, R Hamilton, Colonial Weaving Co., R Hall, of Richard Hall & Sons, Robert Fair, of R J [--] & Co., Mr and Mrs Albert Arnott.
The family have the sincere sympathy of all in their sorrow.4
 
BurialJames Franklin Linton was buried in Christ Church Anglican Cemetery, Campbellford, Northumberland County, Ontario.3 
(Included) GravestoneJames Franklin Linton was included on the gravestone with his parents.3
Last Edited10 Jun 2014

Citations

  1. Ontario Death Registration. James Franklin Linton, #023532-24.
  2. Ontario Death Registration. 023532-24 [age indicates a birth year of 1872].
  3. Gravestone of Robert Linton & Mary Oliver & son James Franklin Linton (Christ Church Anglican Cemetery, Campbellford, Ontario). Photo supplied by K. Neale, 2012.
  4. Obituary of Frank Linton. Undated newspaper clipping in the possession of K Neale.
  5. 1881 Census for Canada "Ontario, Northumberland East (123), Campbellford (h), page 21 [indexed as Luiton]."
  6. 1891 Census for Canada. Image from Library and Archives Canada viewed at Ancestry.com. Ontario, East Northumberland (98), Village of Campbellford (Div 2), page 12.
  7. E-mails from Kathy Neale to J Kolthammer, Photograph of a framed photograph.
  8. Ontario Marriage Registration. Linton/Baker, #007291-99.
  9. 1901 Census for Canada. Image from Library and Archives Canada viewed at Ancestry.com. Ontario, Northumberland East (95), Campbellford Village (c-1), page 14.
  10. Ontario Marriage Registration. Gill/Linton, #012502-02.
  11. E-mails from Lois Creig to J Kolthammer.
  12. Ontario Marriage Registration. Neale/Linton, #010739-15.
  13. 1921 Census for Canada. Image from Library and Archives Canada viewed at Ancestry.com. Ontario, Peterborough West, SD 29, Page 18.
  14. Ontario Death Registration. Robert Linton, #024813-23.